1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 665 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Blazer | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
